GENERAL RELEASE OF LIABILITY
In consideration of being permitted to participate in an Dawg Gone It, LLC. event (“Event”), the above signed Owner releases, waives, discharges, and covenants not to sue Dawg Gone It, LLC., including its owners, members, directors, employees, and volunteers for any damage to their person or property resulting from any accident or incident at the event. The Owner agrees that the facility holding the Event has the right to refuse entry for any cause which the facility shall deem sufficient.
Assumption of Risk: Participation in the Event carries with it certain inherent risks that cannot be eliminated regardless of the care taken to avoid injuries. The specific risks vary from one Event to another, but the risks range from 1) minor injuries such as scratches, bruises, and sprains; 2) major injuries such as eye injury or loss of sight, joint or back injuries, heart attacks, and concussions; 3) catastrophic injuries including paralysis and death, and 4) injury to personal property including their pet.
I have read the previous paragraphs and I know, understand, and appreciate these and other risks that are inherent in the Event. I hereby assert that my participation is voluntary and that I knowingly assume all such risks.
I'm acknowledging that my dog(s) are up to date on their vaccinations and I am willing to bring those with me as verification. I agree that my pet is healthy, free from parasites, and has all necessary vaccinations, including rabies and distempter for dogs.
I understand that if my pet acts in any way considered aggressive or dangerous, I will have to leave the event and will not be entitled to any refund.
Indemnification and Hold Harmless: I also agree to INDEMNIFY AND HOLD Dawg Gone It, LLC. HARMLESS from all claims, actions, suits, procedures, costs, expenses, damages, and liabilities, including attorney’s fees brought as a result of my involvement in the Event and to reimburse them for any such expenses incurred.
Severability: The undersigned further expressly agrees that the foregoing release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the law of the State of Ohio and that if any portion thereof is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.
Dawg Gone It, LLC. is not responsible for any errors on the entry form or any errors made by Dawg Gone It, LLC.
Photos: I grant Dawg Gone It, LLC., and its affiliated companies, representatives, sponsors, the right to license, reproduce, distribute, and display all photographs, videos, and digital images of myself and my dog at the Event.
Acknowledgment of Understanding: I have read this waiver of liability, assumption of risk, and indemnity agreement, fully understand its terms, and understand that I am giving up substantial rights, including my right to sue. I acknowledge that I am signing the agreement freely and voluntarily and intend by my signature to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent allowed by law. I acknowledge that the terms of this contract are a complete and final agreement between myself and Dawg Gone It, LLC. and is to be construed under Ohio law.
By signing below, I agree to the rules and regulations regarding participation in this Dawg Gone It event.